Enterprise Operations Engineer

About the job

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.
We are looking for an Enterprise Operations Engineer (Senior Project Engineer – Systems and Operations Systems Engineering) to perform engineering and analysis to help integrate a large operational organization with a variety of missions.  This role requires partnering with the organizations in the National Systems Group and provides the opportunity to learn about different organizations and missions while contributing to the larger enterprise.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at a customer facility in Springfield, VA.
What You’ll Be Doing
Provide technical leadership in systems engineering to support requirements gathering, concept development, and integration with acquisition and operational enterprises
Assemble and lead teams of engineering technical group experts to bring in capabilities and concepts to operational customers
Guide the systems engineering and integration functions for the customer while effectively supporting the operational needs to the acquisition programs
Help the customer identify and resolve enterprise issues by collaborating across organizations and with subject matter experts
Perform objective analysis of space and ground systems
Performing independent program assessments and readiness assessments to strengthen programs
Balance and actively contribute to multiple work assignments
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Operations Systems Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or related technical discipline
12 years or more years of collective relevant experience
Experience developing concepts or assessing space system requirements for an operational perspective
Familiarity with systems engineering practices, to include system requirements, concept of operations development, risk and opportunity management, integration and verification planning and operation planning
Familiarity with engineering and management of systems, systems-of-systems, and enterprise-level integration
Ability to successfully present technical material to senior DoW and other US government leaders
Proven ability to be flexible, adaptable; able to handle and perform multiple simultaneous tasks in a multifaceted environment
Experience leading and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
Willing to travel domestically less than 10% of time, if required.
This position requires a current and active TS/SBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degree from an accredited program in an applicable field
Experience with Government or commercial space operations
Experience applying digital engineering to an acquisition program or operational processes
Experience with modern software development methodologies, rapid prototyping / fielding
DAWIA Engineering and Technical Management Certification or other relevant certification
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max)
$151,300.00 - $226,900.00
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.